Predicting cancer patient response to drugs that block DNA repair
06 Nov 2023
Researchers have identified genetic tests that predict which cancer patients may benefit from the drugs in combination with chemotherapy.
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Will a monster eddy current off the coast of Sydney bring a new marine heatwave?
Will a monster eddy current off the coast of Sydney bring a new marine heatwave?
03 Nov 2023
Giant eddy currents in the sea spread heat. But if trapped in place, they can cause marine heatwaves deadly to sea life. And there’s a big one shaping up off Sydney right now.
Two UNSW alumni awarded prestigious scholarships to pursue post-grad study abroad
Two UNSW alumni awarded prestigious scholarships to pursue post-grad study abroad
03 Nov 2023
Noah Bedford and Veronica Sebesfi are among 16 Australians named as 2024 John Monash scholars.
Five experts share their views on NDIS age limits
Five experts share their views on NDIS age limits
03 Nov 2023
Currently, when someone turns 65 they are not eligible to apply for NDIS support, even if they had disability before then. We asked experts if that should change.
UNSW tops ARC grants for Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities
UNSW tops ARC grants for Infrastructure, Equipment and Facilities
03 Nov 2023
The funding will provide access to world-class infrastructure to support UNSW research projects.
I'm a geriatrician, here's why I joined Old People's Home for Teenagers
I’m a geriatrician, here’s why I joined Old People’s Home for Teenagers
03 Nov 2023
Could teenagers get on with older people and vice versa? Turned out, they could. And both flourished.
Extreme weather is landing more Australians in hospital – and heat is the biggest culprit
Extreme weather is landing more Australians in hospital – and heat is the biggest culprit
02 Nov 2023
As Australia heads into summer with an El Niño, it’s important to understand and prepare for the health risks associated with extreme weather.
No back door for 5 years: remote community's High Court win is good news for renters everywhere
No back door for 5 years: remote community’s High Court win is good news for renters everywhere
02 Nov 2023
The tiny remote community of Santa Teresa spent seven years fighting for compensation for poor public housing. Now that the High Court has ruled in their favour, what does it mean for other renters?
Critical mathematical thinking skills create more engaged citizens
Critical mathematical thinking skills create more engaged citizens
02 Nov 2023
Developing children’s understanding of maths helps them navigate personal, social and political challenges, says an expert from UNSW Arts, Design & Architecture.
Platypuses in the Park
Platypuses in the Park
02 Nov 2023
Stunning pictures and captivating footage tell the full story about the quest to bring platypuses back to Royal National Park.